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Evaluating Primary Sources

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How Does It Read?

Scanning a document
Scan the document, checking for:
  • stamping, dates, and writing;

  • physical condition and indications of type of treatment, handling, and use;

  • alterations via artwork, handwriting, stamping;

  • numbering, notes, names, and other indications of ownership, time period, etc.
Jot down your observations in the space below.

Let's move on to Examining a document and uncover more of the story.

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Last updated 09/26/2002